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Gatineau — Rénovation Québec Program (PRQ)
Funding for residential renovations in Gatineau
Last Update: June 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,960
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2021
Location
Gatineau, Outaouais, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports residential renovation projects in designated areas of Gatineau, with a maximum subsidy that varies by housing type. It covers eligible repair, restoration, replacement, and transformation work on qualifying buildings.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,960 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- Gatineau
- Outaouais
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Residential renovation work on qualifying buildings.
- Repair, restoration, and replacement work approved by the inspector.
- Conversion of non-residential space into residential use.
- Foundation rehabilitation and repair of related building damage.
Documents Needed
- Completed registration form.
- At least two detailed contractor quotes.
- Construction permit.
- Detailed invoices from the contractor after the work is completed.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Owners of residential or mixed-use buildings.
- Owners of buildings in designated renovation sectors of Gatineau.
- Owners of buildings intended for residential conversion.
Who is not eligible
- Owners of buildings outside the designated Gatineau renovation sectors.
- Owners of buildings in high-risk flood zones, unless specific conditions are met.
- Owners of buildings in landslide constraint zones, unless specific conditions are met.
Eligible expenses
- Eligible repair, restoration, and replacement work on the residential portion of the building.
- Work to remedy major defects identified during the eligibility inspection.
- Foundation repair and related damage caused by foundation movement.
- Costs related to converting non-residential space into residential use.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Work already completed before the subsidy is approved.
- Work carried out by the owner instead of a qualified RBQ contractor.
- Work not covered by the program's eligible repair, restoration, replacement, or conversion categories.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Gatineau.
- Aylmer sector.
- Buckingham sector.
- Gatineau sector.
- Hull sector.
- Masson-Angers sector.
Processing and Agreement
- The application is reviewed after submission to confirm eligibility.
- If the building qualifies, it is added to the waiting list.
- When the applicant's turn comes, the City contacts the owner to open the file.
- A certificate of eligibility or a municipal resolution confirms admissibility before the subsidy process continues.
- Funding may be withheld in certain cases under the regulation.
Additional information
- The program was temporarily suspended in spring 2025 by the Government of Quebec.
- Applications are accepted through a waiting list.
- There is a delay of about two years for a subsidy.
- Each owner is limited to two subsidies under the program.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Gatineau — Rénovation Québec Program (PRQ) Program
What is the Gatineau — Rénovation Québec Program (PRQ)?
This program supports residential renovation projects in designated areas of Gatineau, with a maximum subsidy that varies by housing type. It covers eligible repair, restoration, replacement, and transformation work on qualifying buildings.
How much funding can be received?
Gatineau — Rénovation Québec Program (PRQ) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,960 per project.
Who is eligible for the Gatineau — Rénovation Québec Program (PRQ) program?
To be eligible for the Gatineau — Rénovation Québec Program (PRQ) program, you must:
Residential or mixed-use building.
Built before January 1, 1985.
Located in an eligible Gatineau area.
What expenses are eligible under Gatineau — Rénovation Québec Program (PRQ)?
Residential renovation work on qualifying buildings.
Repair, restoration, and replacement work approved by the inspector.
Conversion of non-residential space into residential use.
Foundation rehabilitation and repair of related building damage.
Who can I contact for more information about the Gatineau — Rénovation Québec Program (PRQ)?
You can contact City of Gatineau by email at sudd.programmes@gatineau.ca or by phone at 819 595-7331.
Where is the Gatineau — Rénovation Québec Program (PRQ) available?
The Gatineau — Rénovation Québec Program (PRQ) program is available Outaouais, Quebec.
Is the Gatineau — Rénovation Québec Program (PRQ) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Gatineau — Rénovation Québec Program (PRQ) is a Grant and Funding